116 E James St, River Rouge, MI 48218
OFF MARKET

116 E James St
River Rouge, MI 48218

  • 1 Bed
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,200 sqft

$78,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $588/mo*
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$78,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $588/mo*
Refinance Your Home
1 Bed
1.5 Baths
1,200 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to this stunning 1-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home nestled on a double lot, offering an exceptional opportunity for comfortable living and potential income generation. Located in a desirable neighborhood, this property is currently operating as a successful VRBO, making it an ideal investment option.Upon arrival, you'll appreciate the well-maintained exterior, featuring beautiful landscaping and ample parking space. The inviting front entrance leads you into a thoughtfully designed interior boasting a warm and welcoming ambiance.Step inside to discover a spacious and tastefully decorated living area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. Large windows allow natural light to flood the room, creating an inviting atmosphere.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 30, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 116 E James St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Daylight,Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 5
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1200 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, WasherDryerLaundry: Laundry RoomWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window UnitsHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: GroundLevelwSteps

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Enclosed, PorchFoundation: Basement, Block
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageParking: No Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 600 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 600 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 13

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1922
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, OtherNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 50005080275000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $60,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jun 21 2023Possession Timing: Close Plus 30 Days

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: River RougeCommunity: RIVER ROUGE IMPROVEMENT COS SUB
School Information
High School District: River Rouge

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3049.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Short Sale No, Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 20230044929Above Grade Unfinished Area: 600Activation Date: Thu Jun 08 2023Showing Requirements: AppointmentLockBox
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Jeff Glover, (734) 259-1100
KW Professionals
Cynthia Ames, (734) 775-7172
KW Professionals
Bought with: Jessica Turner, (313) 528-3002, EXP Realty Main
Source: Realcomp II, MLS#20230044929

Price History for 116 E James St

DatePriceEventSource
07/14/2023$70,000Sold
Realcomp II #20230044929
06/21/2023$60,000PendingRealcomp II #20230044929
06/08/2023$60,000Listed For SaleRealcomp II #20230044929
04/22/2020$22,000Sold
N/A
03/21/2020$22,000PendingAgent Provided
03/16/2020$22,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$3,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 116 E James St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
98 Le Roy St, River Rouge, MI
0.11
Single-Family Home
$55,000
05/13/26
3
1.5
1,368
59 E Pleasant St, River Rouge, MI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$85,000
07/15/25
3
1
1,128
107 Pine St, River Rouge, MI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$73,000
09/10/25
2
1
800
92 E Pleasant St, River Rouge, MI
0.09
Single-Family Home
$133,000
06/27/25
3
1
1,831
235 Richter St, River Rouge, MI
0.33
Single-Family Home
$45,625
05/08/26
3
1
1,152
251 Richter St, River Rouge, MI
0.37
Single-Family Home
$87,700
01/20/26
3
1
974
48 E James St, River Rouge, MI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$90,000
08/07/25
3
1
784
150 Division St, River Rouge, MI
0.48
Single-Family Home
$59,800
10/03/25
2
1
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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about River Rouge

At least 32 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 63 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say people would walk alone at night

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  • Rickswagger211
    "It’s decent ... police and fire department are really good , the school systems are amazing , the younger generations has raised the crime rate drastically "
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  • Christina R.
    "My neighborhood has great commuter transportation ,restaurants nice schools,parks waterfront and fishing as well as boating,bicycling and convenience stores,and service stations police and fire department very close and is pretty clean!"
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  • Khbeautifulu
    "community is mostly family who grew up here. community is very supportive of the youth at the schools. "
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  • Van S.
    "There are lots of shootings and robberies. Dangerous area. Drug ridden city. Not a good place for a child to be safe. "
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  • Rbarton499.rb.rb
    "what a police department have an updated internet system and we had a neighbor security thing on our phones we can see what is going on at every neighbor's house run a neighborhood that's really cool"
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  • Alton N.
    "You don't seem to have to worry very much about your children being safe, because there is a big focus on child safety."
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  • Ladyltatts
    "This area is very family and community oriented. Everyone gets along pretty well and watches out for one another"
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  • Ladyltatts
    "I've lived here now for a year and a half. It's bet cost efficient. I like it, it's quiet most people here are very friendly."
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  • Lsr270122
    "neighbors, dirt, pollution, run down houses, parks, iv been here for 30 yrs and nothing has changed no matter how well we keep our block up the rest of the neighborhood is falling apart to many ppl don't care"
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  • Teakgrandis
    "The factories around give a unique lanscape not so cosy. Is a small city with 2 main roads. We still have many empty lots. "
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  • Anthony
    "Police presence, street cleaning, garbage pick up. Community events, never had my car broken into. "
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  • Maria S.
    "A lower working class neighborhood with many vacant homes. Very diligent police and city hall, a good choice for challenging financial situations."
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  • Maria S.
    "A lower working class neighborhood with many vacant homes, questionable quality schools, but very diligent police and city hall, doing the best things for their citizens reliably. A good choice for difficult financial situations."
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116 E James St, River Rouge, MI 48218 is a 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1922. This property is not currently available for sale. 116 E James St was last sold on Jul 14, 2023 for $70,000 (17% higher than the asking price of $60,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 116 E James St is $78,600.